Collective Nouns for Animals

a narrow strip of material that can encircle, bind, or adorn various objects or parts of the body

a group of animals, such as cows, sheep, etc. that are from the same species, which move and feed together

The herd of cows grazed peacefully in the meadow.

a social group of aquatic mammals, such as whales or dolphins

A pod of dolphins swam alongside the boat.

to gather or travel to a place in large, dense groups

Shoppers swarmed into the store on Black Friday.

large farm animals, such as cows and bulls, raised for meat, milk, or labor

The farmer owns a large herd of cattle.

a group of vehicles, animals, or people traveling together in a line, often for safety or trade

a scheduled journey by an aircraft

He managed to catch some sleep during the long flight.

a herbivorous mammal that is known for moving very slowly, which hangs from the trees and lives in tropical rainforests of South and Central America

to control the movement and the speed of a car, bus, truck, etc. when it is moving

You should drive with both hands on the steering wheel.

to put clothes and other things needed for travel into a bag, suitcase, etc.

Before the trip, she had to pack her suitcase with essentials.

a group of birds of the same type, flying and feeding together

With a flutter of wings, the flock of sparrows descended upon the bird feeder, chirping excitedly as they feasted.

a group of female animals that share a single mate

a group of people from the same place or with the same work or interests living in a particular city or country or who are connected to each other

a sense of self-respect, dignity, or personal worth

a large number of fish swimming together

As the fishermen approached, they noticed a massive shoal of shimmering sardines swirling beneath the surface of the water.

to continually cause someone or something difficulty, pain, or worry

Technical issues can plague the functionality of software applications.

a group of geese, specially when not in flight

a place where children learn things from teachers

He forgot his homework and had to rush back to school to get it.

to be upright on one's feet

He likes to stand on the balcony to feel the breeze.

the group of elected representatives whose responsibility is to create, amend, and discuss laws or address political matters

The parliament convened to debate the proposed healthcare reform bill.

a group of apes, specifically orangutans

to move or hide in a stealthy or furtive manner

The spy skulked in the shadows, carefully observing the target without being detected.

a group of game birds such as quails, partridges or grouses, typically consisting of six to twelve birds

to gather individuals, like military or jury duty personnel, to fulfill their assigned duties

The military commander decided to muster the troops for an important mission.

anything that we can hear

The sound of birds chirping greeted us as we entered the park.

a group of small felines, especially cats

the action or process of causing significant damage to something, rendering it unable to exist or continue in its normal state

The hurricane's destruction of the coastal town left many homes in ruins.

furniture we use to sleep on that normally has a frame and mattress

I have a bedside table next to my bed for my books and glasses.

a feeling of distress, shyness, or guilt as a result of an uncomfortable situation

She blushed with embarrassment after tripping in front of everyone.

a great enthusiasm directed toward achieving something

The teacher's zeal for education inspired her students to pursue knowledge and excel in their studies.

a group or herd of bovine animals

the crime of ending a person's life deliberately

The detective was called to investigate a murder that had shocked the small town.

to quickly move from a higher place toward the ground

Be careful not to slip and fall on the wet floor.

a group of birds, especially quails or larks, that are typically seen or kept together

The guide pointed out a bevy nesting near the trail.

to defeat someone or something in a decisive and overwhelming manner

The army launched a surprise attack to rout the enemy forces and secure a quick victory.

a group of ravens

(of a person) having a pleasantly rounded and slightly full-bodied appearance

She had a plump face with rosy cheeks that gave her a youthful appearance.

to look at a thing or person and pay attention to it for some time

He sat on the park bench and watched the sunset.

the process of contractions and cervical dilation that leads to childbirth

Labor involves the uterus contracting to deliver the baby.

an organization that does business and earns money from it

He invested his savings in a small startup company.

a large group of starlings flying together in a coordinated manner, often in a swirling or undulating pattern

a person who invites guests to a social event and ensures they have a pleasant experience while there

The host welcomed everyone with a warm smile and guided them to their seats.

an uninhabited or infertile wilderness, unsuitable for cultivation or habitation

The explorers crossed a barren stretching for miles.

armed forces or soldiers, especially by large numbers

The general deployed an elite troop to the front lines to bolster the defensive positions.

to jump very high or over a long distance

The athlete leaped over the high bar with impressive precision, setting a new record.

a group of larks that fly and sing together

to set something on fire

The camper carefully arranged the dry leaves and twigs to kindle a small fire for cooking.